Spend your day in the many reservoirs, beaches and lakes of Salt Lake City, Utah paddle boarding and finding solace if natural beauty is your thing. Family friendly, free access to water features, and a close drive from the city.

Lake Powell, named after Civil War veteran John Wesley Powell, was created by the flooding of Glen Canyon by the Glen Canyon Dam in 1963, and in 1972, Glen Canyon National Recreation Area was then later established. From that point, Lake Powell was on the map and could be accessed by not just one, but […]

Lake Powell is an amazing and beautiful vacation hot spot perfect for boating, fishing, exploring, relaxing, jet-skiing, paddle boarding, and much more. This attraction is a man-made reservoir on the Colorado River in both Utah and Arizona. Moreover, Lake Powell is massive with an area of 254.1 square miles. However, climate change and Utah’s current […]

Mirror Lake Drive If you are looking for an afternoon away, a local experience, and some of the most phenomenal outdoor views in Utah head towards Kamas! You can stop on the main street there for a slice of pizza and garlic knots at Summit Pizza or enjoy a specialty sandwich and brunch at Mirror […]

Lake Powell, on the border of Utah and Arizona. Roughly 5-6 hours from Salt Lake City. The perfect vacation get away! Enjoy the calm waters and picturesque red rock around you! There are many ways you can vacation here! Travel down for a weekend or a whole week! You can camp at the local campgrounds, […]

Have you already explored the great mountains and hiked all the nature trails? Well, there are more fun activities to do on a sunny day! Explore the many lakes, rivers, and reservoirs across Utah! Whether it be a day trip or a week trip, there is something for everyone! There are a variety of activities […]

Unique things to do & see while in Utah Hidden Gem #1: Calf Creek Falls Boulder, Utah Utah is known for many things, one of the most important being the beautiful and vast nature the state has to offer. Many spend their time outdoors in the Spring, Summer, and Fall months hiking the great unknown. […]

Best Lakes To Go Boating The new Woodward Park is a great destination for a brisk walk in the spring or fall, but as things heat up, consider hitting the lake behind the wheel of a boat! Utah is known for having one the largest boating cultures in the country. With 26 local public lakes, […]

Before you go off and explore the amazing hiking trails in the Wasatch mountains, there are just a few things to consider to prepare for a great outing. These are the top 6 things you will need to research and purchase before your hike to ensure a fun and safe time! Water- Specifically 2 parts […]

1. Utah Lake is one of the largest freshwater lakes in the West. It provides fishing access for channel catfish, walleye, white bass, black bass and several species of panfish. There are nice campsites and picnic areas located at the lake. Canoeing is popular on the lower Provo River where it enters the lake. Day […]

#1 Bell Canyon This beautiful hike, located on the east side of the valley in Sandy City, is rated as an easy to moderate hike by most. The hike does contain some obstacles such as rocks and some moderate incline, but nothing too difficult for the average person. The entire hike is 4 miles round […]